#1 drug prevention
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Best High School Speaker on Substance Use
Studies show that scare tactics don’t work and the “just say no” message falls short. We know you’re trying to create a positive school culture but dealing with vaping, marijuana and other drugs seems to never end!
Tomas Barraza has won awards as the best high school drug prevention speaker because he’s been exactly where your students are now. Teens relate to his desire for relationships, coping with pain, and feeling a sense of belonging. Your audience will be on the edge of their seat as he uncovers the journey to discover that drugs couldn’t give him what he was really looking for. The presentation includes coping skills, building resilience and setting boundaries around marijuana, vaping, alcohol and other drugs.
WARNING: This is not a lecture, it's a high-energy experience with interactive games, loud music, crowd participation and a positive message about choices.
Real conversations about drugs, pressure, and choices
There’s never a bad time to host one of our dynamic youth drug prevention speakers to reduce drugs, alcohol and vaping use at your middle school. Here are the most popular times:
- Red Ribbon Week
- National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week (NDAFW)
- National Prevention Week
- Mental Health Awareness Month
- Social-emotional learning (SEL) initiatives
- School wellness days or family nights
What students and schools are saying
From classrooms to campuses, hear how Vive18 is changing conversations, shifting culture, and making a real impact where it matters most.
The stakes are higher in high school
High school students are faced with immense pressure and have access to drugs easily. If we don’t share the truth about drugs, they’ll get information from somewhere else.
Studies show that youth and teen drug use is often associated with physical and mental health problems, poorer academics, addiction, and suicidal thoughts. (Mayo Clinic)
Vive18 isn’t just about preventing drug use. It’s about social emotional skills, coping skills, resilience and building up students who can withstand pressure, pursue their goals and have a positive impact on their peers.
Give students a message they’ll remember
If you’re looking for a positive, age-appropriate way to support student wellbeing and long-term prevention, Vive18 is here to help.